Seneca Falls Police Sgt. Helps Rescue Second Osprey in a Week

Osprey with striking orange eyes stands inside a blue plastic carrier on a dark mat, staring directly.
Photo: Seneca Falls Police Department

A young osprey is being treated at a local raptor center after it was found unable to fly in Seneca Falls.

Concerned residents contacted the Seneca Falls Police Department Sunday morning after spotting the bird at Liberty Plaza. Sergeant Kidd responded and safely transported the osprey to the rehabilitation facility.

Raptor Center staff told police they are hopeful the bird will recover.

It marked the second time in one week that Kidd helped an osprey in distress. Earlier in the week, she volunteered while off duty to assist another injured young osprey.

The Police Department thanked the residents who reported the bird and Kidd for her efforts to protect wildlife in the community.

Seneca Falls Police Officer smiles holding an osprey with a black fabric restraint on a sunny sidewalk.
Photo: Seneca Falls Police Department (Facebook)

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